Above the Influence VIDEOS

Check out what teens are saying about ATI!

Windham County teens talk about being Above the Influence

The StoryCorps on this page have been produced by the PEAK Program students of Brattleboro Area Middle School (BAMS).They set out to ask their friends and classmates the question: "How do you stay Above the Influence"?

Jesse talks about what to do if you get bullied. Go to an adult and tell someone - don't just hold it in.

Crystal and Omei give advice on bullying. Things you say can hurt, even if people don't show it. Think about what you say before you actually say it.

Daniel gives his advice to you "Play sports and don't do drugs!"

Alyssa says that soccer and sports help her find new friends and stay away from drugs and alcohol. Alyssa is a smartie!

Ben has a tip for teens. Don't do drugs or drink alcohol! Great advice Ben!

Devin's advice is to get out and do new things because it will help you find new friends and keep you away from drugs.

Chaya says that be friends with as many people as you can be friends with because friendship and relationships are what ties us all together and makes everyone special. Right on, Chaya!

Sam says you shouldn't do drugs because it can mess you up and it can hurt the people you love. Kelsea thinks doing drugs is a waste of time when there are so many other fun things to do like dye your hair and eat rainbows :)

The BEAMS Production Team at Brattleboro Area Middle School asks the question - What are YOU above?

This video was produced by the BEAMS Production Team at the Brattleboro Area Middle School and BCTV. The team wanted to showcase how stereotypes can be hurtful and harm the self esteem of others. This video sends a message - don't judge!

Students from Brattleboro Union High School show there stuff and promote the Above the Influence message at BUHS.

This website has been created in collaboration with Brattleboro Area Prevention Coalition, Brattleboro Area Middle School, Brattleboro Union High School and others.

Some of the resources that appear on this site have been borrowed from sources such as AbovetheInfluence.com and NIDA Teens.